Nigeria's Push for a Hydrogen Economy: Building Human Capital and Collaborative Efforts
Key Ideas
  • Vice President Shettima emphasizes the importance of building human capital in hydrogen technologies to establish a viable hydrogen economy in Nigeria.
  • Minister Ekperikpe Ekpo highlights Nigeria's strategic imperative to become a key player in the global hydrogen economy, aligning with decarbonisation goals.
  • Speaker Abbas advocates for hydrogen adoption to diversify energy sources, create jobs, and decarbonize the economy, calling for strong regulatory frameworks.
  • Minister Nnaji stresses the need for collaborative efforts among stakeholders to achieve a hydrogen-enabled future in Nigeria.
During the first Nigeria Conference on Hydrogen in Abuja, Vice President Shettima emphasized the critical role of building human capital in hydrogen technologies for Nigeria's hydrogen economy. Collaborative efforts with regional partners and advanced countries were highlighted as key steps. Minister Ekperikpe Ekpo underlined Nigeria's aspiration to play a significant role in the global hydrogen economy, aligning with decarbonisation goals. Speaker Abbas emphasized the need for hydrogen adoption to diversify energy sources, create jobs, and ensure energy security. Minister Nnaji called for collective support to achieve a hydrogen-enabled future in Nigeria, stressing the importance of collaboration among various stakeholders. The country's potential in green and blue hydrogen production from renewable energy and natural gas reserves positions it well for a sustainable energy transition.
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